HE the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs Dr Khalid bin Mohamed al-Attiyah has met in Washington with Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs at the US Department of State Alice Wells.

The two sides discussed the recent progress in the peace process in Afghanistan and pledged to continue both countries' efforts towards combating terrorism and promoting peace and regional stability.
In an official statement, Senior Bureau Official Wells welcomed the Qatari government's support for the ceasefire last month in Afghanistan, and highlighted the deep appreciation of the United States for the Qatari government's constructive partnership and dedication to Afghanistan.
Earlier, the US State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert expressed appreciation and thanks for Qatar's role in laying the foundation for peace between the parties in Afghanistan.
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